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research Dermatoscopic Analysis of Pseudocyst of the Scalp
Both azathioprine and betamethasone treatments help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but azathioprine may have fewer side effects.
research Comparison of Effectiveness of Weekly Azathioprine Pulse and Betamethasone Oral Mini Pulse in the Treatment of Moderate to Severe Alopecia Areata
Both treatments help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but azathioprine has milder side effects than betamethasone.
research Diagnostic Criteria for Satoyoshi Syndrome
Both azathioprine and betamethasone treatments effectively regrow hair in alopecia areata, but azathioprine may be safer.
research An Overview of Animal Models Induced by Glucocorticoids
Glucocorticoids can cause various health issues, but some treatments may help reduce these effects.
research Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists: A New Sprinkle of Salt and Youth
MR antagonists may improve skin health and wound healing, especially in aging.
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5 / 63 resultscommunity Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.
community DHT levels after 4 weeks of Fina and 8 weeks of Fina + 4 weeks of Duta
The user reported early stage diffuse hair thinning and increased DHT levels after 4 weeks on Finasteride and 8 weeks on Finasteride plus 4 weeks on Dutasteride, despite the medications being authentic and stored properly. They are considering increasing their Dutasteride dosage due to the lack of side effects and are unsure if the treatment is helping their hair.
community Serious question, is there nothing that can be done if Dutasteride doesn’t help to stop my hair loss?
A 25 year old male who has been using finasteride and dutasteride for two years to treat his hair loss, with no success. Other treatments such as oral minoxidil, topical anti-androgens, RU58841, latanoprost, topical estrogen, CB 03 01, microneedling, keto 2% shampoo, vitamin D, Omega 3, B vitamins and probiotics were discussed.
community Finasteride can revive up to 7 year old dead hair
Finasteride and minoxidil can revive hair dormant for up to 7 years, with microneedling enhancing regrowth. Users report significant hair regrowth even after long periods of baldness.
community Diffuse hair loss and scalp biopsies
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.